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Harold "Punky" Ohanesian

1933 - 2019

Harold "Punky" Ohanesian obituary, 1933-2019, Sacramento, CA

BORN

1933

DIED

2019

Harold Ohanesian Obituary

Born in Sacramento September 2, 1933, Harold "Punky" Ohanesian died peacefully at home April 8, 2019 from complications from Alzheimer 's disease. He is survived by Gaye, his wife of 52 years; sisters Dorothy Hagopian and Doris Cirill; brother-in-law Richard (Freida) Cleverley; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by parents Yervant and Vartitaire Ohanesian, sister Alice Spangler and brother Edward "Buddy" Ohanesian. A Sacramento High School graduate, he proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and belonged to American Legion Post 521. He retired from the Sacramento City Unified School District. He attended the first Monterey Jazz Festival, a "pioneer" of sorts, and continued the tradition for nearly 60 years. Special thanks to the Vitas Hospice team and caregivers Claudia and Tim. There will be a committal Service with military honors at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday April 23,2019 at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, CA.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Apr. 21, 2019.

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Kimberly Fisher

December 29, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss Gaye. I will always have fond memories of you and Punky. Some people can only dream to have a relationship such as you two. My Mom Sandy I'm sure would have been there for you.

Patty Skalisky

April 15, 2020

I can't believe it has been a year. Harold (Punky) was a joy to be around. I'm sure Gaye misses him terribly.

Patricia Skalisky

April 21, 2019

I've known Harold and his wife Gaye since the late 70s and was deeply saddened to see he had passed. My heart goes out to you Gaye. He was always such a positive man who brought joy whenever he showed up. I hope you are managing okay and know Harold and yourself are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Patty (from the days of the Maple Room.)

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